Shigeru Miyamoto Defends Remakes Ahead Of Ocarina Of Time Switch 2

Gaming legend Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Mario and The Legend of Zelda, has spoken up to defend remakes.

A lot of people embrace and enjoy remakes, while others say developers should instead spend more time and resources on entirely new games. Miyamoto believes remakes are beneficial as they allow those who missed out on a game initially to experience it. He also highlights that the commercial success of remakes can provide companies with additional resources for new projects. Miyamoto mentioned that remaking games from the past makes them more accessible to today's audience, fostering future game developments.

Nintendo, known for its numerous remakes, is set to release The Legend of Zelda: The Ocarina of Time remake on the upcoming Switch 2 console. Remakes are a prevalent trend in the gaming industry, with titles like Halo: Campaign Evolved, a 2001 game remake without competitive multiplayer, launching soon. Recent studies indicate the widespread popularity of remakes and remasters, with millions of downloads recorded in 2025.